In the immediate wake of the Second World War,how many black service personnel received the nation's highest military honor,the Congressional Medal of Honor?

A) 0
B) 1
C) 5
D) 16

Congressional Medal of Honor

The highest and most prestigious personal military decoration that can be awarded to recognize U.S. military service members for acts of valor.

Second World War

A global conflict that lasted from 1939 to 1945, involving most of the world's nations including all of the great powers, eventually forming two opposing military alliances: the Allies and the Axis.